After another night of protests in America where demonstrators called for justice after the murder of George Floyd, the behavior of President Donald Trump and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden couldn't be more different.
On Monday morning, Biden visited a protest site in Wilmington, Delaware where he talked with those involved in the protests. "We are a nation in pain, but we must not allow this pain to destroy us," Biden wrote.
He then visited Bethel AME church where he met with roughly a frozen black leaders. During the meeting, Biden sat quietly, listening to leaders while taking notes in a spiral notebook.
"The vice president came to hear from us. This is a homeboy," Pastor Sylvester Beaman said before Biden and those present bowed their heads in prayer.
"We are a nation in pain, but we must not allow this pain to destroy us. We are a nation enraged, but we cannot allow our rage to consume us. We are a nation exhausted, but we will not allow our exhaustion to defeat us," wrote in an Instagram post after the meeting.
"The only way to bear this pain is to turn all that anguish to purpose. And as President, I will help lead this conversation — and more importantly, I will listen, just as I did today visiting the site of last night's protests in Wilmington," he continued.
After serving as vice president to the first black president of the United States, Biden has a special place in the heart of the black community. Biden's presumptive victory in the Democratic party came from the overwhelming support of black Democratic voters.
MSNBC's Joy Reid perfectly explained Biden's unique relationship with the black community by how he was welcomed in an Alabama church.
"Biden has a known brand, particularly to the voters who handed it to him tonight, which is black voters," Reid said. "They know who he is. He's Barack Obama's V.P."
Conversely, Donald Trump has been hiding in a bunker n the White House, chastising protesters and calling for violent action from law enforcement.
On Monday morning, Trump derided many governors as "weak" and demanded them to "dominate" any "troublemakers."
"Most of you are weak," Trump said. "You have to arrest people," the president said over video conference. "You've got to arrest people, you have to track people, you have to put them in jail for 10 years and you'll never see this stuff again."
"We're doing it in Washington, D.C.," he continued. "We're going to do something that people haven't seen before."
The demeanor of the two leaders gives voters a stark contrast when they go to the polls in November. While Biden calls for healing and listening in the wake of police brutality and protests, Trump calls for tougher action from law enforcement.
One path looks for ways to help address systemic abuse of violent state power, the other looks to grow it exponentially.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.